2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 145 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
